Home Care Scheduler (some Caregiving Experience Preferred), Tewksbury MA (full time or part time)

Brightstar Care of Acton / Andover and Lowell

Home Care Scheduler (some Caregiving Experience Preferred), Tewksbury MA (full time or part time)

Lowell, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Wellness resources

    About the Role

    BrightStar Care is seeking a Home Care Scheduler to support our growing home care operations. This role is ideal for someone with caregiving or home care experience who enjoys coordinating care, supporting caregivers, and being a reliable point of contact for clients and families. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless care delivery by managing schedules, handling call-outs, supporting client intake, and assisting with in-person orientations.

    Key Responsibilities

    Caregiver Scheduling & Coverage

    Schedule caregivers to meet client care needs efficiently

    Manage last-minute call-outs, shift changes, and emergency coverage

    Ensure proper staffing levels and continuity of care

    Client Intake & Communication

    Answer incoming calls from clients, families, and caregivers

    Assist with new client intake, gather information, and coordinate start of care

    Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day client and caregiver communication

    Operations & Orientation Support

    Assist with in-person caregiver orientations, including check-ins and paperwork coordination

    Support onboarding and scheduling for newly hired caregivers

    Maintain accurate documentation in scheduling and client management systems

    Care Coordination

    Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and management team to support care plans

    Help ensure smooth transitions from hospital or rehab to home care services

    Step in to assist with caregiving tasks when needed (preferred experience)

    Qualifications & Experience

    Previous experience in home care scheduling, caregiving, or healthcare coordination preferred

    HHA, or some hands-on caregiving experience strongly preferred to cover call outs on need basis

    Driver's License, CPR certificate and TB test results are needed

    Strong communication and customer service skills

    Comfortable handling a fast-paced environment and urgent staffing needs

    Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable

    Basic computer skills; experience with scheduling software is a plus

    Ability to multitask and problem-solve independently

    Skills & Attributes

    Compassionate, patient, and professional demeanor

    Strong phone etiquette and interpersonal skills

    Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

    Team player willing to support operations as needed

    Ability to remain calm under pressure

    What We Offer

    Flexible work schedule (2-3 days in office)

    Paid training

    Supportive, team-oriented work environment

    Opportunity to grow within a respected home care organization

    Meaningful work that makes a difference in seniors’ lives